NASA picks Gilbert woman as member of its 2021 astronaut class
NASA picks Gilbert woman as member of its 2021 astronaut class
NASA is setting its sights on the moon and Mars by preparing for some big explorations.
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NASA is setting its sights on the moon and Mars by preparing for some big explorations.
NASA picks Gilbert woman as member of its 2021 astronaut class
NASA is setting its sights on the moon and Mars by preparing for some big explorations.
Christina Birch says she could play a key role.
"I've always been interested in exploration since I was a little kid,” said Birch
The 35-year-old Valley woman is part of NASA’s 2021 Astronaut Class. She decided while working in a lab, to start looking toward space.
"I thought 'Hey, they are doing the same types of experiments aboard the International Space Station, maybe this is something I can contribute to,'” added Birch.
Birch filled out an application. One month later, after two rounds of interviews, she was selected.
